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Species catalogue
Ormer
Order
Lepetellida
Family
Haliotidae
Marine gastropod mollusk presenting an oval and slightly concave shell, displaying a smooth surface with ears or protrusions on the outer edge, and a variable colouration in shades of green, red, and iridescent colours. The body of this species includes a muscular foot on the underside of the shell, sensory tentacles on the head for food search, and gills for respiration. Dimensions vary, being of medium size compared to other species of the genus.
Characteristics
FAO code
ABJ
ABJ
Specie
Haliotis discus
Haliotis discus
Type
Molluscs
Molluscs
FAO Fishing Areas
- Área 61: Pacific northwest.
- Área 87: Pacific southeast
International denominations
Germany
Meerohr
France
Ormeau
Portugal
Orelha-do-mar
United Kingdom
Ormer
Japan
Awabi
Fishing areas